Gateshead International Stadium, Athletics stadium in Felling, England.
Gateshead International Stadium is a sports facility in Felling featuring an IAAF-standard athletics track, modern fitness facilities, and multiple training pitches for different sports. The grounds accommodate both competitive athletes and recreational users across various disciplines.
The facility was founded in 1955 as Gateshead Youth Stadium and underwent several major renovations to become a contemporary sports complex. These transformations allowed the venue to emerge as a regional sporting center.
The stadium gained international recognition through the Gateshead Games athletics competition, initiated by Brendan Foster in 1974, establishing a tradition of athletic excellence.
The venue is easily accessible by Metro, with Gateshead Stadium Metro Station located nearby, and regular bus services frequent the area. Visitors should check facility hours before visiting, as not all amenities are available daily.
Five world records were established at this stadium, including two by pole vaulter Yelena Isinbayeva and a tied 100-meter record by Asafa Powell in 2006.
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